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Wisbech Laundry Book
A booklet used by John for his laundry account.
War Medal 1939 to 1945
John Hitchcock's War Medal.
Vrijheid Vergaat Niet
Freedom does not perish. A Dutch language newspaper dropped by the RAF.
Victory Dinner
The menu for the Victory Dinner held in the Officers' Mess, RAF Shallufa. On the reverse are the signatures of many who attended.
Very Small Pencil
The very small remains of a pencil sharpened with a knife.
To Every Officer; From the CAS
A note warning of the dangers of careless talk, rumours, gossip and criticism.
The Defence Medal
John Hitchcock's Defence Medal.
The Air Crew Europe Star
John Hitchcock's Air Crew Europe Star.
The 1939 to 1945 Star
John Hitchcock's 1939 to 1945 Star.
Telegram to John Hitchcock from his wife
The telegram acknowledges receipt of some money and expresses sorrow at his injury.
Sleeping Out Passes
Six passes allowing John to leave his unit overnight.
Six Airmen
Six men in a row at the entrance to a brick building. Two of the men are pilots.
Six Airmen
Six airmen standing in a row in front of a Wellington. Two of the men are pilots.
Shefford Laundry
A laundry book used by John whilst at Bassingbourn.
Route and orders
RAF Form 433A completed for a triangular route from Grantham-Market Rasen-Netherthorpe-Grantham.
RAFVR Notice Paper
Form 1866 completed by John with his personal details.
RAFVR Notes for the Information of Candidates
Detailed notes about what is expected from candidates for the RAF Volunteer Reserve.
RAF Volunteer Reserve Badge Receipt
A receipt kept by John for his badge.
RAF Shallufa Sergeants' Mess Bill
A bill for messing at Shallufa paid by John.
RAF Reserve Standard Notes
A booklet with information and guidance.
This item is available only at the International Bomber Command Centre / University of Lincoln.
This item is available only at the International Bomber Command Centre / University of Lincoln.
RAF Exam Paper
An intermediate examination dated 6 October 1939.
RAF Bible
The cover and frontispiece of a bible. The cover has an RAF crest and the frontispiece has a message from the King. There is a handwritten note ' From, h.S.P. November 1039'.
This item is available only at the International Bomber Command Centre /…
This item is available only at the International Bomber Command Centre /…
RAF Anti-Glare Glasses
A pair of glasses and case.
Outfit Required on Appointment to a Commission in the RAFVR
A formal list of clothing to be purchased.
Model Horse Race
An officer bent over a horse silhouette, part of a model horse race. He is watched by many airmen. All are in khaki and shorts. On the reverse 'RAF Shallufah MEF. Victory Celebrations VE+1 day 9-5-45'.